Browsing by Author "Donald Rugira Kugonza"

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Perception of poultry farmers on the use of culled bee brood as an alternative source of proteins in chicken feed additive
(Journal of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, 2025-07-18) Nuwemuhwezi Gershom; Christopher Obel- Gor; Donald Rugira Kugonza
This study set out to examine explore the perception of poultry farmers on the use of culled bee brood as an alternative source of proteins as chicken feed additive. The study was conducted in three districts of Southwestern Uganda including Kiruhura, Mbarara and Bushenyi. A sample size of 130 participants were conveniently sampled from communities. The study adopted a cross-sectional research design with a quantitative approach of data collection and analysis. Data was gathered through in-depth interviews with farmers who were selected using non-probability sampling techniques. Data gathered through these interviews were analysed using thematic content analysis. Findings from the study found out that: there was lack of awareness of cull bee brood can be fed poultry as an alternative source of proteins for chicken feed; cull bee brood is a rich source of protein; limited appreciation and lack of innovation are among the factors compromising farmers negating use of culled bee brood as an alternative source of proteins and an additive in chicken feed. The study recommended that the stakeholders involved in agricultural extension services need to embark on sensitization to help farmers adopt this alternative source of proteins as chicken feed additive.
The Effect of Cultural Factors on the Consumption of Consumable Insects : Evidence from Rural Southwestern Uganda.
(Science Publishing Group, 2024-06-14) Isaac Akandwanaho; Adrian Wekulo Mukhebi; Rebecca Kalibwani; Gershom Nuwemuhwezi; Christopher Obel-Ogor; Donald Rugira Kugonza
Consumable insects are an important part of human food systems and their consumption across diverse cultures dates back into the pre-historical period. This study assessed the effect of cultural factors on the consumption of consumable insects in the Kiruhura district of southwestern Uganda. The study employed a post-positivism research paradigm (mixed methodology) in a cross-sectional survey. The survey was conducted across 134 households in the Kiruhura district of South-western Uganda between January and June 2021 using a self-administered questionnaire and interview guide. Results show that member attitude and perceptions, cultural beliefs, and values were significant drivers of eating insects, particularly grasshoppers in the Kiruhura district. The findings of the study imply that the eating of insects in the area could be enhanced by educating and raising awareness about the importance of utilizing insects as a source of food. More program support that integrates rearing of insects within the household farming system could increase availability and sustainable use of seasonal consumable insects as nutritious food presents great implications for policies targeting dietary interventions.